Price comparison

Design

Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

2.has an over-the-ear form

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Comfortable full-size form with earcups that fully enclose your ears. This model is loved for its increased sound isolation and the fact that it won't leak sound to your neighbors. It offers potential for maximum bass and loudness levels.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

3.has a detachable cable

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With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

4.weight

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Best

Sony MDR-EX150AP

3g

221.1g

225g

5.sweat resistant

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Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.

For example

Skullcandy Sesh

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

6.can be folded

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Foldable devices are easier to transport and take up less storage space.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

Sound quality

1.highest frequency

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The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

Best

Sony MDR-Z1R

120000Hz

22000Hz

23000Hz

2.lowest frequency

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The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

Best

Sony MH1CBLK

1Hz

18Hz

17Hz

3.sound pressure level

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Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Best

AKG K553 Pro

144dB/mW

113dB/mW

109dB/mW

4.has passive noise reduction

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The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

5.impedance

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Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.

Best

Flips Solo 2 Social

4 Ohms

18 Ohms

150 Ohms

6.has active noise cancelling (noise control)

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This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

Power

1.Battery life

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The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.

Best

Sennheiser PXC 480

50h

19h

50h

2.has a rechargeable battery

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The battery can be recharged and used over again.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

3.charge time

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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.

Best

Sony Xperia Ear Duo

0.46h

2h

3h

4.has a battery level indicator

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An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

Connectivity

1.Can be used wirelessly

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Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

2.has a 3.5mm male connector

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A standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

3.supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC

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Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

4.Has WiFi

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The device can connect to WiFi.

For example

Meters OV-1 Bluetooth

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

Features

1.can be used as a headset

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A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for applications which require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones etc.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

2.control panel placed on a device

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There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

3.number of microphones

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More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.

Best

Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

8

2

1

4.has an in-line control panel

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There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

5.has a noise canceling microphone

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These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.

For example

Sennheiser IE 80S BT

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sennheiser PXC 480

6.warranty period

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When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.